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double bed

noun

  1. a bed large enough for two adults, especially a bed measuring 54 inches (137 centimeters) wide; full-size bed.


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Word History and Origins

Origin of double bed1

First recorded in 1790–1800

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Example Sentences

It was almost as large as the front room, with a stove, a refrigerator, a good-sized table and, in one corner, another double bed.

There, sitting next to a double bed, holding a guitar, was Furry Lewis.

The Daily Pic: Jonathas de Andrade demonstrates the path from single to double bed.

According to the report, the chamber included a double-bed and was surrounded by four walls to give the couple absolute privacy.

Nadine has set up a double bed and a single mattress, an old television and a fan.

To the right, a big double bed covered by a canopy and curtained in.

There was a massive double bed, bureau, dressing-table, and several luxurious chairs.

I have a large room with a double bed up-stairs which you are very welcome to share with me.'

Although it was often little larger than a double bed, it was the master bedroom of the period.

In the large room we placed an iron double bed and two single ones, shielded from view by a curtain.

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